Criminal Justice Training Programs, a division of the Temple University Department of Criminal Justice, is an interdisciplinary unit that has conducted professional development programs for a variety of criminal justice agencies and occupations since 1968. Today, over 3,000 criminal justice professionals attend programs offered by CJTP each year including police officers, deputy sheriffs, state constables, legislative security officers, magisterial district court staff, school resource officers, park rangers, and crime prevention specialists. Other activities include continuing education programs for agencies allied to the criminal justice system, and the development of curricula including distance-learning. For the latest news and developments, please see the announcements below.
New! Law Enforcement Officers' Methods of Instruction (MOI) Course
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2012/02/02
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MOI Course Quick-Facts:
Date: 04/16/12 to 04/20/11
Time: 0800 to 1700 each day
Location: Temple's Ambler Campus
Tuition: $350 per student
Contact: (267) 468-8600 |
Attention all Law Enforcement Professionals. Do you need an Instructor Development Course? Do you want to improve your teaching skills or obtain an instructional foundations certificate that meets MPOETC and PCCD requirements? Then, this may be the course you need. Temple is offering a 40-hour instructor development program from April 16 to April 20 at the Temple University Ambler Campus located in Montgomery County. In this course, you will learn how to develop lesson plans, develop skills to manage a classroom, create written exams, properly utilize different training aids, and learn how to motivate your students. Tuition is $350 per officer and includes course materials, a light breakfast each morning, and parking. If you would like to register, please contact Chris Willard, Program Coordinator, at 267-468-8600. Or, send an e mail to cwillard@temple.edu . Seats are limited in this class.
New! Seasonal Law Enforcement Training Program (SLETP) at Temple University
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2012/01/06
The Seasonal Law Enforcement Training Program at Temple University is a rigorous 13-week program consisting of more than 500 hours of instruction designed to prepare and enable students to obtain employment with the National Park Service as a Seasonal Type II law enforcement ranger. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be awarded academic credit and a certificate of completion. A public celebration that recognizes the significance of their achievement will include a formal graduation ceremony.
Summer & Fall Course Dates:
May 21 – Aug. 17, 2012
Aug. 27 – Dec. 3, 2012
Applications for the May 2012 and August 2012 academies are now being accepted. Please read all of the information contained in the application carefully. Applicants who feel they are intellectually and physically prepared are encouraged to apply early. Those who meet the basic eligibility criterions will be invited to participate in subsequent phases of the admissions process including a panel interview and a physical efficiency battery. Questions about this exciting program can be send via e-mail to aluongo@temple.edu or by calling (267) 468-8600.
New! Summer 2012 Temple University Police Academy (Act 120) Course
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2011/12/19
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Police Academy Quick-Facts:
Date: 05/14/12 to 10/05/12
Time: 0800 to 1700 each day
Location: Temple Ambler Campus
Tuition: Refer to information packet
Contact: (267) 468-8605 |
The Temple University Police Academy is accepting applications for the Summer 2012 class. This course includes over 22-weeks of intensive instruction and skills development. It is designed to prepare women and men to obtain employment and certification as municipal police officers in Pennsylvania. Send an e-mail to deeganr@temple.edu or call (267) 468-8605 for additional information and program requirements. Ready to learn more, or to apply? You can download the following files:
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Physical Fitness entry tests for the May 2012 Police Academy will be conducted on the following dates at the Temple Ambler Campus: March 16th, March 23rd, and April 20th. All tests start at 0830hrs and applicants are to meet at Haines House second floor. Applicants are asked to contact Chris Willard at 267-468-8600 and advise which test date they will be attending. Also, applicants must have their medical exam form completed and turned in prior to participating in any fitness test. |
New! Law Enforcement Job Postings
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2012/02/08
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Job Postings for Jan/Feb
Agencies: City of Philadelphia Police Department; Berks Co. Chiefs’ of Police Assn. Testing Consortium. |
CJTP will periodically post career opportunities in a timely manner as these become available to us. More details...
New! Temple University Seasonal Law Enforcement Academy Graduates 18
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2011/09/06
Temple’s First Seasonal Law Enforcement Professional Development Program Graduates 18: Matthew Edgar can easily trace his dream of working for the National Park Service to an epic family journey across the United States when he was just 13. Logging 9,800 miles and 40 national parks in 29 days gave him a first-hand, transformative view of the nation’s natural treasures. On August 15, his dream became reality as one of 18 students who completed Temple’s Seasonal Law Enforcement Professional Development Program offered at the Ambler Campus, an essential step in becoming a National Park Service Park Ranger. Edgar is one of several students who have already secured Park Ranger positions upon graduation. About the Seasonal Law Enforcement Professional Development Program.
